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Computer Systems & Network Administration
Computer Systems & Network Administration
Computer Systems & Network Administration
The Computer Systems & Network Administration Program is a two-year program. The first year begins with basic PC repair and troubleshooting. The student will learn the basics of computer technology. The student will learn proper computer help desk and technician skills. In the second year, the student will build upon previous experience and gain a solid foundation in network and systems administration, complete with training in the latest technologies used by businesses today.
Program Content
Introduction to Computer Hardware
- Safety
- Motherboard
- CPU’s and overclocking
- RAM
- Storage (SSD’s, Mechanical Hard Drives, Flash and NAND)
- Video Systems (SLI, Cross Fire)
- Power Supplies
- Assembling Computers
- Laptops, Ultrabooks, Tablets, and Smartphones
Identifying Hardware Component
- The Power Supply
- Motherboard Architecture
- BUS Slots and I/O Cards
- System Resources
- Input/Output Devices
- Multimedia Devices
Software Configuration
- Upgrading Firmware
- BIOS and UEFI Setup
- Partitioning and Formatting
- Operation Systems Installation (Windows XP/7/8, Linux,Macintosh, Android, iOS)
- Operating System Modification (Rooting Android Devices, Mobile OS’s)
- Overclocking
- Application Installation
- Virus and Malware removal
- Security
Second Year
- Introduction to Networks
- Copper and Fiber Optics
- Network Protocols
- System’s and Network Administration
- Building and Configuring Servers
- Network Operating Systems Installation (Server 2008, 2012, Ubuntu and RedHat Linux)
- Cisco Switch and Router Configuration
- Domain Management
- Virtualization and Remote Storage (Hyper-V, VMWare, Thin Clients)
- LAN’s and Networked Gaming
Network Security
- Penetration Testing
- Wireless Security
- Firewalls
- Encryption
- Ethical Hacking
- Wireshark and Packet Sniffing
Contact
Linus Iorizzo
Teacher
P: (315) 253-0361 ext. 5609
Joy LoPiccolo
Teacher Assistant
Benefits
Portfolio
All second-year students will complete a Career and Technical Education Portfolio that exhibits necessary elements for CTE Endorsement and demonstrates competencies in Computer Service & Network Administration.
Internship Experiences
Students can participate in an internship experience where they will apply their knowledge while working with professionals in authentic career settings. Students will have an opportunity to dialog with practitioners via guest presentations while developing professional insights and future educational plans.
College Credit
- Cayuga Community College (SUNY Transcript)
- Intro to Geographical Information Systems
- Microcomputer Maintenance
- Intro to Local Area Networks
- Herkimer Community College
- Pennsylvania College of Technology
- Integrated Math Credit
Certifications
- CompTIA: Network+
- CompTIA: A+
Industry Site Visits
Students will have the opportunity to interact with professionals in the field by making industry site visits. This experience provides students with the opportunity to network with area professionals.
Potential Careers
Computer Systems & Network Administration could lead to careers in:
- Field Hardware/Software Technician
- Computer Technician
- Desktop Support Specialist
- Systems Admin-Support Technician
- Help Desk Specialist
- Technical Trainer
- Field Service Engineer
- Network Administrator
- Field Service Representative
- Technology Specialist
- Network Support Technician
- Electronics Sales
- Computer Sales
- Game Developer
- Game Designer
- Operating System Modifications
- Overclocking Applications